US Bridges

Off Pr 156 KM 56.4 over Caguitas River

Good

Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico · 5 KM East of Aguas Buenas · Structure no. 027641

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
203 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,260
2005 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Off Pr 156 KM 56.4 over Caguitas River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Off Pr 156 KM 56.4 over Caguitas River in Caguas Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Puerto Rico average of 51.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,260 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,100 by 2025. The structure is 203 ft (61.8 m) long and 65 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesOff Pr 156 KM 56.4
CrossesCaguitas River
Location5 KM East of Aguas Buenas
RouteCity Street 0
CountyCaguas Municipio
StatePuerto Rico
Coordinates18.23455, -66.05718
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.1 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length203 ft (61.8 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.9 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.7 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,260 (2005)
Projected traffic8,100 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Off Pr 156 KM 56.4 over Caguitas River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Off Pr 156 KM 56.4 over Caguitas River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does Off Pr 156 KM 56.4 over Caguitas River carry?

About 7,260 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Off Pr 156 KM 56.4 over Caguitas River?

The structure is 203 ft (61.8 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.9 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns Off Pr 156 KM 56.4 over Caguitas River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.